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Ford Focus vs. Chevrolet Malibu Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Ford Focus vs. Chevrolet Malibu Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $24,325

Ford Focus SEL   
Difference: $1,175

Lowest Total Invoice: $22,543

Ford Focus SEL   
Difference: $1,456

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year201220122007
ModelFocusFocusMalibu
TrimSELTitaniumLTZ
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $20,105 $21,805 $23,675
Base Invoice $18,766 $20,313 $22,373
Premium Package 1,395 1,295  
Winter Package 470 470  
Engine-block heater 25 25 50
Remote start 445 445  
Sunroof 795 795 800
Polished alloy wheels 295 295  
Satellite radio     325
Premium Package 1,214 1,127  
Winter Package 409 409  
Engine-block heater 22 22 42
Remote start 387 387  
Sunroof 692 692 664
Polished alloy wheels 258 258  
Satellite radio     270
Options (change) 3,425 3,325 1,175
Options (change) 2,982 2,895 976
Destination 795 795 650
Total Price $24,325 $25,925 $25,500
Total Invoice $22,543 $24,003 $23,999

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Ford Focus vs. Chevrolet Malibu

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Ford Focus SEL
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $2,065
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $2,281
Model Year201220122007
ModelFocusFocusMalibu
TrimSELTitaniumLTZ
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine160hp I4160hp I4217hp V6
TransmissionS6M5T4
DrivetrainFWDFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 6355, 10?, 6
Tire (rear if not all the same)215/50-17215/50-17225/50-17
Total Price$24,325$25,925$25,500
Adjustments for Features-890-4900
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$23,435$25,435$25,500
Cost Above Minimum$0$2,000$0
Total Invoice$22,543$24,003$23,999
Adjustments for Features-825-4540
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$21,718$23,549$23,999
Cost Above Minimum$0$1,831$0

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Features Comparison: Ford Focus vs. Chevrolet Malibu

Model Year201220122007
ModelFocusFocusMalibu
TrimSELTitaniumLTZ
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed automated manual$1100  
5-speed manual $0 
4-speed manually-shiftable automatic  $900
FWD$0$0$0
Accessories 
Power-adjustable pedals  $125
Proximity key $250 
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
911 assist$25$25 
Brake assist$50$50 
Obstacle detection, rear$250$250 
Safety key$5$5 
Stability control$400$400 
Tire-pressure monitor$75$75 
Torque vectoring, brake-based$100$100 
Vehicle health reports$0$0 
Cargo Management 
Cargo net  $40
Overhead sunglass holder$25$25 
Climate Control 
Dual-zone climate control$125$125 
Interior air filter$0$0 
Rain-sensing wipers$175$175 
Variable intermittent wipers  $75
Exterior 
Bodyside moldings  $75
Rear spoiler $200$200
Infotainment 
Aux input$50$50 
Bluetooth audio streaming$25$25 
Bluetooth cell phone link$100$100 
HD radio $50 
MP3-compatible player$50$50 
Navigation, turn-by-turn$25$25 
Satellite radio $200$200
SMS text-to-speech reader$25$25 
Telematics service, such as OnStar  $200
Traffic + travel information$25$25 
Voice control for audio system$25$25 
Voice control for external devices$0$0 
Wi-Fi hotspot capability $0 
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Spotter mirror(s)$50$50 
Turn signals on or near mirrors$25$25 
Seats and Interior Trim 
All-weather floor mats$75$75 
Center armrest(s), second row$50$50 
Folding passenger seat  $150
Power recliner, driver seat$100$100 
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat  $100
Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces  $0
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Touring suspension (upgrade) $0 
Total Value of Features$2,955$2,555$2,065
Value of Feature Adjustments$890$490$0
Value of Feature Adjustments-825-4540

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Specifications Comparison: Ford Focus vs. Chevrolet Malibu

Model Year20122007
ModelFocusMalibu
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase104.3 in106.3 in
Length178.5 in188.3 in
Width71.8 in69.9 in
Height57.7 in57.5 in
Curb Weight2,908 lb.3,298 lb.
Fuel Capacity12.4 gal.16.3 gal.
Row 1 Headroom38.3 in39.6 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room55.6 in56.7 in
Row 1 Hip Room53.9 in53.2 in
Row 1 Legroom41.9 in41.9 in
Row 2 Headroom38.0 in37.6 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room53.7 in56.1 in
Row 2 Hip Room52.7 in52.4 in
Row 2 Legroom33.2 in38.5 in
Cargo Volume13.2 ft315.4 ft3

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Option Package Details
Ford Focus SEL

Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Rain-sensing wipers100No
Obstacle detection, rear250No
215/50HR17 tires400No
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power height adjuster, driver seat50Yes
Power recliner, driver seat100No
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat50Yes
Center armrest(s), second row50No
Total Requested125058%
Total Not Requested90042%
Winter Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated mirrors25Yes
Heated front seats200Yes
All-weather floor mats75No
Perimeter approach lighting25No
Total Requested22569%
Total Not Requested10031%

Option Package Details
Ford Focus Titanium

Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Rain-sensing wipers100No
Obstacle detection, rear250No
215/50HR17 tires400No
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power height adjuster, driver seat50Yes
Power recliner, driver seat100No
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat50Yes
Center armrest(s), second row50No
Total Requested125058%
Total Not Requested90042%
Winter Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated mirrors25Yes
Heated front seats200Yes
All-weather floor mats75No
Perimeter approach lighting25No
Total Requested22569%
Total Not Requested10031%

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